Key Features of Gravel Rush 511

• Distance: 511km

• Elevation Gain: 4053M

• Time Limit: 48 hours

• Expected Winning Time: 20 hours

• Water Points: 7 strategically placed spots

• Start: 11H00, 24 September, Venterskroon Inn

• Container System: Each rider gets two 10L containers for extra gear (batteries, warm clothing, gels, etc.), collected and packed between 8:00 - 10:00 on race day at Venterskroon Inn.

• Containers will be transported to Race Villages and Returned Friday morning 08H00

• Charging Station: Available at Race Village 2 & Race Village 3

• Bike wash & lube: Race Village 2 & Race Village 3

• Route: Follows the Vaal River and traverses the scenic, quiet gravel roads of the Free State

• NO OUTSIDE SUPPORT ALLOWED OUTSIDE RACE VILLAGES AND WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION

Route Stats:

Water Points & Race Villages

• 72km – First hydration stop

• 130km – Second water point

• 161km – Race Village 1 at Boskoppie Lion and Tiger Reserve

• 182km – Fourth water point

• 252km – Race Village 2 in Edenville (rest/sleep option)

• 317km – Race Village 3 in Edenville (rest/sleep option)

• 368km – Seventh water point

• 420km – Eighth water point

• 503km – Final hydration stop before the finish line

2 EXTRA WATER POINTS WILL BE ADDED IF ITS ABOVE 32 DEGREES ON RACE DAY

General Rules

1. Race Duration: Riders must complete the full 511km within 48 hours.

2. Start & Finish: Official start time is 11H00 on 24 September at Venterskroon Inn.

3. Mandatory Gear: Riders must carry essential equipment (Lights, 2L Camel pack, GPS, first aid ( Provided ), emergency blanket, basic repair kit & fully charged cell phone).

4. Rider Containers: Each rider gets two 40L containers for personal supplies—must be packed from 9:00 - 11:00 on race day. Containers will be transported to race villages and will be returned Friday morning 08H00

Navigation & Tracking

5. GPS Device: Riders must have a functioning GPS device.

6. Route Compliance: Riders must follow the designated route at all times—no shortcuts or deviations.

Support & Race Villages

7. Water Points: Riders can refill at any of the seven fully stocked water points & 3 Race Villages.

8. Rest Stops: Race Village 2 & 3 (Edenville) allow optional sleep/rest breaks.

9. Mechanical Assistance: Limited repair support at Race Villages.

10. Food & Nutrition: Riders must manage their nutrition throughout the race.

Race Ethics & Conduct

11. No Outside Assistance: Riders must be fully self-supported—no personal support crews outside designated villages and water points.

12. Respect for Nature & Communities: No littering, damage to property, or disruptive behavior.

13. Fair Competition: Respect follow riders.

Safety & Emergency

14. Emergency Protocol: Riders must report injuries or stranded riders immediately. Emergency number 063 686 7315

15. Cutoff Times: 48 Hours

16. Withdrawals: Any rider who cannot continue must report to the nearest race village.

Penalties & Disqualification

17. Rule Violations: Breaking key rules may lead to time penalties or disqualification.

18. Official Decisions: Race officials will make final decisions on disputes or technical issues.

Race Office

Email: [email protected]

Cell: 063 686 7315